Things to do in Birmingham

Duran Duran

Formed in Birmingham, England, in 1978, Duran Duran is one of the most culturally influential and commercially successful bands of all time, topping the charts…

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The End Of The World According To Jonathan Pie

Jonathan Pie, the UK’s angriest news reporter returns for a brand-new Live Show touring the UK.Jonathan Pie is coming to terms with the horror of Keir Starmer’s…

The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

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UEFA Champions League: Aston Villa vs Viking

Aston Villa take on Viking in this UEFA Champions League fixture.

Villa Park, Birmingham

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Premier League: Aston Villa vs Manchester City

Aston Villa take on Manchester City in this Premier League fixture.

Villa Park, Birmingham

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Disney On Ice presents Discover the Magic

Celebrate Disney magic at Disney On Ice presents Discover the Magic, a fast-paced, family-friendly production that follows the search for Tinker Bell through st…

bp Pulse LIVE, Birmingham

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Solihull Haf: Autumn Clay Play - Make and Paint a Mushroom Or Pumpkin Trinket Dish & Ghosts!

Only bookable by registered Solihull haf families that live or attend school in the Solihull borough.

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The Mary Wallopers

The Mary Wallopers are a folk group from Dundalk, breathing new life into both well known & rare ballads.

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Foy Vance

Usual tags such as ‘singer-songwriter', ‘folk-soul', ‘troubadour' are perceived with a considerable amount of cynicism these days, especially since the music sc…

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Girl In The Year Above

SJM Concerts presentsGirl In The Year AbovePresented by Super Friendz.This is an 14+ event

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Lime Garden

Lime Garden are a four-piece band jumping over genre boundaries to create a sound that is uplifting yet somehow laid-back.

Castle & Falcon, Birmingham

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Admiral Fallow

Admiral Fallow (Louis Abbott, Kevin Brolly, Phil Hague, Sarah Hayes and Joe Rattray) released their much-beloved debut album, Boots Met My Face, in 2011 and its…

Hare & Hounds, Birmingham

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Fat Freddy's Drop

Aotearoa New Zealand’s hi-tek soul machine Fat Freddy’s Drop returns to Europe in 2024 for a new studio album release tour!

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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D-Block Europe

Young Adz and Dirtbike LB are ready to light up stages across the UK & Ireland — with audiences set to experience all the hits, brand-new tracks, and the unmatc…

Utilita Arena, Birmingham

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Alison Moyet

The tour celebrates 40 years as a solo artist as well as the release of her new album ‘KEY’ on Fri 4 Oct, which features a collection of reworked singles, fan f…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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Margaret Glaspy

Emotions and Math is not simply the name of Margaret Glaspy’s new debut album. That expression drills right to the heart of the New York singer-songwriter’s pro…

The Kitchen Garden, Birmingham

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Catching Cairo

A captivating singer, songwriter, and vocal powerhouse born and raised in North London, Catching Cairo is making bold waves across the dance music spectrum.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

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Hoa Hoa Hoa Rave

Step into the shadows and relive the magic, mystery, and eternal romance of the Saga.

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Goldie Lookin' Chain

Coming straight out of Newport The GLC are officially Britain’s biggest rap group.

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Brandon Flowers

The Killers' Brandon Flowers will be heading out on a full American tour this fall in support of his highly anticipated debut solo album, Flamingo, out tomorrow…

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Melanie C

Performance from the singer-songwriter who rose to fame as Sporty Spice in the Spice Girls.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

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Cancer Bats

Proving that loud, gritty, and ranting punk rock is still alive and thrashing in Canada, Toronto's Cancer Bats employ a punishing blend of hardcore punk, metalc…

The Asylum, Birmingham

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Melanie C : Album Launch Show

Jacaranda Records presents a live performance from Melanie C in support of her new album 'Sweat'.Presented by Jacaranda Records.This is an 18+ event

O2 Institute, Birmingham

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John Cooper Clarke

Literary phenomenon John Cooper Clarke is a British cult hero. Known as the “Godfather of Punk Poetry” and the original people’s poet, John’s cultural influence…

Birmingham Town Hall, Birmingham

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Candlelight: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

Featuring a cast of West End singers and a live band, join us for a ‘Landslide’ concert, jam packed with Fleetwood Mac hits as you have never heard them before!…

St Philip's Cathedral, Birmingham

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Conway the Machine

Hailing from Buffalo’s East Side, rapper Conway the Machine matches gritty bars with a methodical, menacing delivery.

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

The Devil Wears Prada

The Devil Wears Prada balance metallic turbulence, hardcore spirit, provocatively eloquent lyricism and melodic exorcism.In between these opposing extremes, the…

O2 Institute, Birmingham

Maddie Morris

Maddie Morris is an artist who strives to make a difference in the world. Bold, insightful and refreshingly unique, they take traditional song in new directions…

The Kitchen Garden, Birmingham

K-Trap

K-Trap rose to rap prominence due to his unorthodox flow, finesse and mystery which all remain at the heart of his artistry and sound.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

K-Trap

K-Trap rose to rap prominence due to his unorthodox flow, finesse and mystery which all remain at the heart of his artistry and sound.

XOYO Birmingham, Birmingham

Paranormal Activity

James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are…Inspired by the iconic, terrifying…

The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

Andrew Ryan: Honest Capacity

Off the back of a total sell-out tour in 2024, Andrew Ryan is back with a brand-new show.

The Glee Club, Birmingham

Deaf Havana

Over the past decade, Deaf Havana have risen through the ranks to become one of the best known names in the alt-rock scene.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

Catherine Bohart

Catherine Bohart loves control, hates change and is a serial planner. It’s been an interesting couple of years…A blisteringly funny new stand-up show filled wit…

The Glee Club, Birmingham

China Crisis

Eddie Lundon and Gary Daly are the founder members of the band which started in Kirkby, Merseyside back in 1979.

Hare & Hounds, Birmingham

Max & Harvey

Teenage twins who rose to fame covering their favourite songs on Musical.ly.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

Lenny Henry: Still At Large

Part stand-up, part storytelling and part conversation with himself (and with you), this new live show sees Lenny return to the experiences that shaped him whil…

The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

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Jake Vaadeland & The Sturgeon River Boys

Jake Vaadeland is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from Saskatchewan, Canada.

Hare & Hounds, Birmingham

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Ezhel

Sercan İpekçioğlu, better known by his stage name Ezhel is a Turkish rapper and singer whose music blends trap, hip hop and reggae.

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Soul II Soul

With huge hits including Keep On Movin’ and the UK number one single Back To Life (However Do You Want Me), Soul II Soul progressed from being one of the leader…

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

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Goldford

The LA-based singer-songwriter GoldFord pairs his soulful, gritty vocals with sincere, relatable lyrics – an irresistible combination that has caught the attent…

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Father of Peace

Father of Peace at O2 Institute, Birmingham

O2 Institute, Birmingham

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Russell Howard

Presenter, actor, and much-loved funny man.

The Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham

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Gurriers

Gurriers are a highly regarded Dublin-based post-punk and noise-rock band known for their abrasive, fast-paced instrumentals and politically charged lyrics.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

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Airbag

Norwegian prog band Airbag will return to England for three exclusive shows in October 2026, offering UK audiences a rare opportunity to experience their immers…

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Noahfinnce

Noahfinnce is the alias of Noah Adams, a voice for a generation who are fed up of being told how to be.

O2 Institute, Birmingham

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Christopher Hall: Pizazz

Showman, Jester, Attention Chaser, come with Chris on the ultimate hometown holiday night out.

The Glee Club, Birmingham

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Brandon Flowers

Brandon Flowers at O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

O2 Academy Birmingham, Birmingham

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Rachel Fairburn: Vexy Beast

Hot on the heels of her critically acclaimed 2024 show Side Eye, Rachel Fairburn is back with new personalities and some old favourites for you to love and hate…

The Glee Club, Birmingham

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